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How Many Has Been Diagnosed With Hyper, Or Hypothyroidism Since Diabetes Diagnosis?

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Rocky Face, GA

My Dr. checks my thyroid every 3 months, there is a link between diabetes and thyroiditis, both are Endocrine disorders.

June 23, 2024
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Members shared varied experiences with thyroid conditions and diabetes, with many diagnosed with hypothyroidism either before or after their... Read more

Members shared varied experiences with thyroid conditions and diabetes, with many diagnosed with hypothyroidism either before or after their diabetes diagnosis, confirming the endocrine connection their doctors had mentioned. Several members described additional complications including parathyroid issues, GERD requiring medication changes due to kidney concerns, and the challenge of managing multiple interconnected conditions simultaneously. A recurring theme was the complexity of navigating overlapping autoimmune and endocrine disorders, with members offering mutual support, medication experiences, and encouragement to advocate carefully for safer treatment options.

A DiabetesTeam Member

@ruthwolfson, @A DiabetesTeam Member.
My story runs parallel to ruth's.like you two I had GERD,had to stop the PPI because of kidney damage. At one time I was on the max allowed of sodium bicarbonate - all that did was given me symptoms of high sodium levels.Meds can cause your condition to worsen- even if prescribed with best intentions.

June 24, 2024
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@A DiabetesTeam Member
Lol, are you implying something? Deranged🤣🤣🤣 seriously though, is that why you were getting so many kidney stones, from the extra calcium?

June 23, 2024
A DiabetesTeam Member

I have had a thyroid ablation some years ago, since then I take hypothyroid meds

June 23, 2024
A DiabetesTeam Member

I was diagnosed with Hashimotos 20 years ago. I was put on Synthroid whe. 1st diagnosed. Now I am not taking anything. I do get my levels checked yearly and an ultrasound on my goiter. I am Type1 so not sure if there is a connection or just dumb "luck" edited how many years ago diagnosed.

June 23, 2024 (edited)
A DiabetesTeam Member

Suspect so.Continued UTI COVID norovirus and many different antibiotics finally did for my kidney function

June 23, 2024 (edited)

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